Can another court date be set if a matter has already been adjudicated?
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Can another court date be set if a matter has already been adjudicated?
My 13 year-old got into a fight at school about a month ago. We went to court, paid a fine, and she was given community service. After I dropped her at school today, she called and said that we have to be in court on Friday. The other girl lied and said my daughter attacked her from behind. Can they give another court date after already being in court? Can I request false reporting for the other little girl lying?
Asked on January 19, 2011 under Criminal Law, Colorado
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
No, it does not sound right. Once a matter has been adjudicated and a sentence has been rendered then it is over. Do you have an attorney for you and your daughter? If not then it is time to get one. Do not go to court on Friday without one, okay? I do not really understand what is going on. As for the girl that lied, do you have witnesses to the event? Did that child plead out her case yet? Lying to the police and filing a false report are against the law and they come with very severe penalties. If she testifies under oath it is perjury as well. Your civil remedies will flow from her criminal activity. Good luck to you.
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